Watermelon Strawberry Popsicles Recipe (10-Minute Prep)

Easy, homemade watermelon strawberry popsicles are perfect for a hot summer day. They take just 10 minutes of prep time, and the hardest part is waiting for them to freeze! These tasty watermelon ice pops are made entirely from whole foods, so they are healthy as can be.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Naturally Sweet: These delicious ice pops get all their sweetness from fresh fruit, so they have no added sugar.
  • Fresh: Made with juicy watermelon and fresh strawberries, they’re the perfect summer treat.
  • Flavorful: Adding lime juice and mint leaves makes these homemade popsicles flavor-packed.

Nutrition For Mental Wellbeing

Watermelon is approximately 92% water. It is rich in antioxidants such as vitamin C, lycopene, cucurbitacin E, and carotenoids. It also contains magnesium, calcium, iron, and vitamin B6. 

A systematic review and meta-analysis found that carotenoids (found in watermelon) can protect against symptoms of depression. However, more studies are needed. Check out this guide to learn more about watermelon and other types of reddish fruit and their benefits.

Ingredients + Notes

These homemade strawberry watermelon popsicles are easy to make with fresh, simple ingredients.

Ingredients for strawberry watermelon ice pops.
  • Watermelon: Juicy watermelon chunks are the perfect base for these fresh watermelon popsicles, making them extra hydrating.

A full list of ingredients with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Recipe Variations

This strawberry watermelon popsicle recipe is as tasty as can be. However, sometimes substitutions are needed. Here are my recommendations. 

  • Coconut Milk: Add a splash of coconut milk to the mixture for a creamier texture.
  • Frozen Berries: Use frozen strawberries or mixed berries for a different flavor profile.
  • Citrus: Fresh lemon juice would work just fine if you don’t have lime. Alternatively, adding some fresh Lemon Zest or Lime Zest to these ice pops would be delicious!

How To Make Watermelon Strawberry Popsicles

Follow these simple steps for delicious watermelon strawberry popsicles.

  1. Blend watermelon, strawberries, lime juice, and mint in a high-speed blender until smooth. (Alternatively, a food processor or immersion blender will work.)

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  1. Pour mixture into popsicle molds, insert popsicle sticks, and freeze for about 4 hours (or overnight).
  1. Serve by running a popsicle under warm water to release from the mold.
A variety of watermelon and strawberry popsicles, garnished with fresh strawberry slices and mint leaves, are placed on a dark surface.

Servings Ideas

Enjoy this sweet treat of healthy popsicles all on their own, or pair them with a meal. 

Storage Tips

To keep leftover popsicles fresh and free from freezer burn, store them in an airtight glass container in the freezer for up to a month. (Wrapping each popsicle in parchment paper will keep them from sticking together.) 

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Recipe

Assorted watermelon and strawberry popsicles are arranged on a dark surface, surrounded by slices of watermelon, halved strawberries, and mint leaves. This easy recipe is perfect for anyone looking to try delicious watermelon popsicles ideal for summer days.
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Watermelon Strawberry Popsicles

These easy watermelon popsicles are perfect for a hot summer day. They require just 10 minutes of prep time and a handful of simple ingredients. They're a great way to enjoy a healthy, refreshing treat without any added sugar.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Freeze TIme:4 hours
Total Time:4 hours 10 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan
Yield: 6 Popsicles
Calories: 25kcal

Ingredients 
 

  • 2 cups watermelon, cubed
  • 1 cup strawberries, tops removed
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, (about 2 limes worth)
  • 6 mint leaves

Instructions

  1. Blend watermelon, strawberries, lime juice, and mint in a high-speed blender until smooth. (Alternatively, a food processor or immersion blender will work.)
  2. Pour mixture into popsicle mold, insert popsicle sticks, and freeze for about 4 hours (or overnight).
  3. Serve by running a popsicle under warm water to release from the mold.

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Notes

Storage Tips
To keep leftover popsicles fresh and free from freezer burn, store them in an airtight glass container in the freezer for up to a month. (Wrapping each popsicle in parchment paper will keep them from sticking together.) 

Nutrition

Calories: 25kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 105mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 336IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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Reference

Yu, Q., Xue, F., Li, Z., Li, X., Ai, L., Jin, M., Xie, M., & Yu, Y. (2022). Dietary Intake of Carotenoids and Risk of Depressive Symptoms: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland)11(11), 2205. https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox11112205

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  1. 5 stars
    So easy to make and just perfect for summer. Glad it doesn’t have any added sugar!